Clinical disorders in children, including symptoms, behavioural conditions and developmental concerns, helping parents better understand challenges and seek appropriate support.
A study reveals a 74% surge in emergency visits related to youth suicide amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, exposing gaps in hospital preparedness and calling for targeted improvements in paediatric mental health services. Children’s emergency department visits for suicide-related crises rose…
Research from Florida International University indicates that anxiety might impact the relationship between the brain’s pineal gland and sleep in children aged 10 to 13, shedding light on sleep difficulties during early adolescence. A Florida International University study has found…
Recent developments in cognitive behavioural therapy highlight personalised strategies that may improve treatment success across diverse mental health issues, making this evidence-based approach more adaptable than ever. Cognitive behavioural therapy, better known as CBT, is a practical form of counselling…
Psychiatrist Federico Tonioni highlights the complex roots of hikikomori, emphasising emotional factors and the importance of family and societal support in addressing this troubling phenomenon among young people. Adolescents who withdraw so completely from school, friends and family that they…
A comprehensive review underscores the varied psychological effects of the October 7 attacks and the subsequent war in Israel, highlighting the importance of targeted support and long-term monitoring for affected populations. A systematic review published in Frontiers in Psychiatry suggests…
Atypical anorexia nervosa often goes unnoticed because traditional signs, like underweight appearance, are absent. Experts warn that this form of eating disorder carries serious health risks, demanding increased awareness and tailored treatment approaches. Atypical anorexia nervosa is often missed because…
Research indicates that targeted health warnings on social media platforms could discourage teenagers and young adults from excessive use, highlighting potential for behavioural change amid concerns over mental health impacts. Health warnings placed on social media could make teenagers and…
The rapid rise of GLP-1 drugs among adolescents is raising concerns over social media influences, misinformation, and the impact on young body image and health, amid growing use beyond medical necessity. Adolescents are being pulled into the GLP-1 boom at…
A prospective study involving adolescents with severe acne shows that three months of isotretinoin does not impair cognitive function, though some mood-related symptoms tend to increase, highlighting the importance of psychiatric monitoring during treatment. A new prospective study in adolescents…
As children transition back to school routines, experts emphasise that easing sleep pattern changes gradually can mitigate mood, focus, and behavioural issues, ultimately supporting better academic performance and well-being. As schools reopen and family routines snap back into place, many…
A Rutgers-led consortium has expanded the genetic map of obsessive-compulsive disorder and tic disorders, revealing 36 high-confidence risk genes and suggesting new directions for treatment research. A Rutgers-led consortium has turned a sparse genetic trail into a much denser map…
Benin gears up for the 2026-2027 academic year with tight organisational planning, government investments in educational materials, and a broader social policy on free schooling for girls, all amidst strict attendance enforcement and strategic timetable management. With teachers already back…
